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POLICE LOG

News Staff

Wednesday, November 18, 2020

November 9 Caller reported they heard five gunshots near Mesquite November 10 Officer stopped a black Acura on a traffic stop in the 500 block of Blackjack and the subject was arrested because of an outstanding warrant.

SHERIFF’S REPORT

News Staff

Wednesday, November 18, 2020

November 6 At 6:33 a.m. a white vehicle went through a fence on CR 242. At 2:11 p.m. a welder set a pasture on fire on FM 2303 right before CR 544. November 7 At 2:59 p.m. a single vehicle roll over occurred on CR 351 with the driver not injured. November 9 At 9:38 a.m.

Ryan Morgan examining the fossil of a newlydiscovered plant species

Tarleton researcher uncovers fossil of new plant species

News Staff

Wednesday, November 18, 2020

A previously unknown species of plant life has been discovered by Tarleton State University researcher Dr. Ryan Morgan and two former students.

Tarleton Counseling renews grant

News Staff

Wednesday, November 18, 2020

The Tarleton Counseling Center has received the second continuation since 2017 of the Victims Assistance Grant — $221,520 for resources for students who have experienced violence.

The observatory at Tarleton’s Hunewell Ranch will be hosting a free livestream of the annual Star Party offering impressive views of the stars with live commentary from Tarleton astronomer Dr. Shaukar Goderya. | submitted photo

Star Party now Nov. 20

News Staff

Wednesday, November 18, 2020

The virtual star party, hosted by Tarleton State University’s College of Science and Technology has been rescheduled for 6:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20 in response to anticipated weather issues. The free live-stream will originate from the observatory at Hunewell Ranch seven miles east of Stephenville.

Literature contest open to Texas students

News Staff

Wednesday, November 18, 2020

The Texas Center for the Book has launched the 2020- 2021 Letters About Literature Texas contest, a program that invites students to respond to authors of books or poetry who have touched their lives. The contest is open to Texas students in grades 4 through 12.

Your Voice

News Staff

Wednesday, November 18, 2020

Do you agree with the governor’s decision (made in August) to abolish straight-party ticket voting in Texas ? • Yes, Voters should read all of the options and choose the individual candidate for each position. 62% • No, Voters can have their values and beliefs represented by a party platform.

City hires Secretary, covers costs

Paul Gaudette

Wednesday, November 18, 2020

The Dublin City Council voted unanimously to approve Melissa Minor as the new City Secretary following an executive session during Monday night’s regular meeting.

Volunteers Ben Pate and Pat Leatherwood dig a ditch to divert rainwater from the Dublin Senior Citizen Center at 202 E. Clinton last week. The Center is hosting a bake sale at the Dublin Farmer’s Market on Saturday and seeking donations to help with needed foundation repair and drainage issues. Paul Gaudette | Citizen staff photo

Seniors in Need

Paul Gaudette

Wednesday, November 18, 2020

Saturday morning (Nov. 21) offers the perfect time to pick up a holiday treat and support some neighbors in need. The Dublin Senior Citizens Center will be hosting a bake sale at the Dublin Farmer Market at Wright Historic Park from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

DISD talks facilities, incentives

Sara Gann

Wednesday, November 18, 2020

The Dublin ISD School Board met for a regular meeting Monday and discussed several agenda items including Dr. Schneider’s upcoming Superintendent Evaluation and future construction projects.